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Creator: Henry H. Neff
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars

8 reviews
Sales Rank: 8147

Media: Hardcover
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 496
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.7 x 1.6

ISBN: 0375838961
EAN: 9780375838965
ASIN: 0375838961

Publication Date: September 23, 2008
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Condition: Brand new hardcover w/dust jacket. Gift quality, no marks or shelfwear. First edition, first printing. We ship daily.

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
GRAVE FORCES ARE converging to seize control of the Book of Thoth, a hidden artifact whose pages hold the key to creating—or unraveling—the very threads of existence. Under the care and tutelage of Cooper, Rowan’s most lethal Agent, Max McDaniels and David Menlo embark on a quest to protect the book from the demon Astaroth, who would exploit its secrets with dire consequence. And with Astaroth free after centuries of imprisonment, the world outside Rowan’s gates has already become hostile.

Far from home, cut off behind enemy lines, Max and his allies must journey across Europe, descend into the fabled Frankfurt Workshop, brave the tangled corners of the Black Forest . . . and cross beyond the veils of our very world.

Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Best Curl Up and Read Inside Book November 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

The Second Siege is the perfect book to curl up and read. It's funny, descriptive and exciting, running at a fast clip from where Book 1: Hound of Rowan ended. You learn more about mysterious Cooper and David and the complex personality of Astaroth and meet new characters that make you wonder if you should trust them. The illustrations really pop at you and draw you in - the fact that Neff is both the author and illustrator makes this creative fiction even more enticing. A must-read for any lover of magic, myth and adventure.

5 out of 5 stars

Great Sequel! October 30, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I've just finished reading Book 2 of the Tapestry series, The Second Siege. What a fantastic sequel! Frankly, an even better book than the already wonderful first one, The Hound of Rowan. Not only is the writing better, but the characters are more interesting and developed, and the scenes and story lines are very exciting, filled with intense chases, close calls and epic battles. There is the obvious overarching good vs. evil theme but the heroes are played by characters that are not so unbelievable or "perfect" and who have their own problems and personal demons that they must contend with while at the same time having to deal with their roles and responsibilities in the grand theme of it all. Adults young and old will truly identify with the characters. Finally, the author does a great job of accentuating good qualities that all parents would appreciate such as character and integrity. Looking forward to Book 3! Kudos to the author!

5 out of 5 stars

Just awesome! October 29, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This book was incredible! I am so happy to see the story take off the way it did. I know a lot of people felt that the first book was a bit of a Harry Potter clone. I can tell you that the author definitely has taken this story on it's own path. I really liked Hound of Rowan, but this book takes things to a whole new level. I love the characters, and the story is incredible. I can't wait for the next book.

5 out of 5 stars

Great Story October 27, 2008
Neff, you rock!
Great story that really takes you places.
Looking forward to book 3.

5 out of 5 stars

Thrilling and thoughful! October 9, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful

The Hound of Rowan set the tone for this exciting series--introducing us to the intriguing characters and world of Rowan Academy with warmth, humor and a fantastical dose of magic. The Second Siege turns that world upside down, starting with the arrival of a mysterious visitor who sets events into motion that will change Max's life---and the world at large--forever.

Max and his roommate David embark on an epic journey that takes them away from the safety of Rowan into the chaos around them--from the burning streets of Spain to a wildly technocentric underworld in Frankfurt, Germany and an alternate, time-bending universe.

All of this is vividly laid out by Neff, who deftly balances the action with strong character development, emotional weight and moments of laughter to break the tension (hot diggity!). It's clear that while weaponry, physical strength and mysticism will help in the battle against the coldly cunning villain, Astaroth, the ultimate keys to survival are the bonds of friendship and love.

The Second Siege kicks The Tapestry into high gear. It's a darker, more thrilling tale that will draw kids deeper into this exciting and imaginative series.

Can't wait to see what happens next!

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